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Prince Karl of Bavaria

1874 – 1927

Bavarian royal

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About Prince Karl of Bavaria

Lived 1874 – 1927 (aged 53). Prince Karl of Bavaria was a German military personnel and politician.

Prince Karl of Bavaria (1 April 1874 – 9 May 1927) was a member of the Bavarian Royal House of Wittelsbach and a Major General in the Bavarian Army.

Early life Karl was born at Villa Amsee near Lindau in Bavaria. He was the second son of King Ludwig III of Bavaria and his wife Archduchess Maria Theresia of Austria-Este, member of the Austria-Este branch of the House of Habsburg.

Military career Like his older brother Crown Prince Rupprecht, Karl joined the Bavarian Army and eventually reached the rank of Major General.

Personal life He never married and left no known descendants.

Death Karl died in Munich and is buried in the crypt of the famous Frauenkirche in the Bavarian capital.

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Important facts

Born

1 April 1874, Lindau

Birth century

19th century

Died

9 May 1927, Munich

Occupation

Military personnel, politician

Nationality

Kingdom of Bavaria

Positions held

Member of parliament

Family & relationships

Parent

Ludwig III of Bavaria

Parent

Maria Theresa of Austria-Este (1849–1919)

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Prince Karl of Bavaria's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Prince Karl of Bavaria?

Bavarian royal (1874–1927)

When was Prince Karl of Bavaria born?

Prince Karl of Bavaria was born on 1 April 1874 in Lindau.

When did Prince Karl of Bavaria die?

Prince Karl of Bavaria died on 9 May 1927 in Munich.

What was Prince Karl of Bavaria's occupation?

Prince Karl of Bavaria was a military personnel and politician.

What nationality was Prince Karl of Bavaria?

Prince Karl of Bavaria was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Prince Karl of Bavaria

· Wikidata: Q5624749

· DBpedia: Prince Karl of Bavaria (1874–1927)

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